CVE-2025-24991—Microsoft Windows NTFS Out-Of-Bounds Read Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows NTFS Out-Of-Bounds Read Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows New Technology File System (NTFS) contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2025-24991
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-24991

Related News Articles

• Microsoft patches Windows Kernel zero-day exploited since 2023March 12, 2025
• URGENT: Microsoft Patches 57 Security Flaws, Including 6 Actively Exploited Zero-DaysMarch 12, 2025

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-125